Little Jack Hoffman stole the hearts of millions of Gridiron fans when he scored a brilliant touchdown live on TV in America.

The seven-year-old, who has been fighting brain cancer since 2011 and has twice undergone surgery, was the special guest of the Nebraska Cornhuskers and given the special treat of running in a spectacular 69-yard touchdown in the team’s annual spring game.

After picking the ball up from quarter-back Taylor Martinez, Jack rose to the cheers of the 60,000 crowd to sprint clear for brilliant score before being engulfed by both sets of players.

Jack Hoffman makes his break for the line (Picture: YouTube)

‘That was awesome for the team and for Jack,’ Martinez said. ‘He’s going to remember that for the rest of his life and so will I. It was awesome for him to score that touchdown.’

Jack, who is currently on a two-week break from a gruelling 60-week chemotherapy regime, said of his touchdown: ‘That was awesome’

We think, when you watch the clip, you’ll agree. Get the hankys ready.

Both sets of players surround seven-year-old Jack after his touchdown (Picture: YouTube)